Boasting a garden and views of sea, Mauwa House is a recently renovated guest house situated in Paje, 100 metres from Paje Beach. It is located 19 km from Jozani Forest and provides a shared kitchen. The guest house features inner courtyard views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Some units have a seating area and/or a balcony. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.2
High score for Paje
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Reshma
    Tanzania Tanzania
    If you want to spend time with family. This is a perfect, amazing, relaxing holiday 😎
  • Ciaran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great room size, great balcony space to chill in the evenings, great location in the heart of local Paje and 2 minute walk from the beach. Very fast and reliable WiFi and friendly staff!
  • Katja
    Germany Germany
    Near to the beach (3 minutes walking), cheap and the room have had a balcony, friendly stuff, kitchen can be used

Host Information

Company review score: 9.1Based on 49 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Discover paradise at Mauwa Guest House in Paje, Zanzibar. Nestled just steps away from the tranquil beach of paje, our guest house offers a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the serenity of the ocean breeze and soothing waves. With spacious rooms and a beachfront location, Mauwa Guest House is your gateway to a relaxing getaway.

Neighbourhood information

Paje Beach is a stunning coastal destination located on the southeast coast of Zanzibar. It is renowned for its white sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and consistent winds, making it a popular spot for water sports like kiteboarding and windsurfing. Beyond its water activities, Paje offers a relaxed atmosphere, and opportunities to explore the local culture and marine life.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Portuguese,Swahili

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mauwa House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • Swahili

House rules

Mauwa House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

Available 24 hours

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Mauwa House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Mauwa House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Mauwa House

  • Mauwa House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental
    • Horse riding

  • Mauwa House is 450 yards from the centre of Paje. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Mauwa House include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Triple

  • The prices at Mauwa House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Mauwa House is from 00:00, and check-out is until 11:00.